Teaching Associate in Geotechnical Engineering

1 month ago


Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom University of Strathclyde Full time

Deliver a range of established teaching modules and undertake student assessment activities; to collaborate with colleagues on course development; to coordinate laboratory teaching and learning; to engage in relevant scholarship, professional and knowledge exchange activities; and to carry out administrative tasks assigned by the Head of Department.

FTE: 1 (35 hours/week)

Term: Fixed Term (9 months)

The department seeks to appoint a Teaching Associate in Geotechnical Engineering (maternity cover) to support the development and delivery of a growing portfolio of undergraduate programmes for both full-time and Graduate Apprentice students. You will have extensive knowledge of Geotechnical Engineering and ability to teach this subject to a high standard at undergraduate or postgraduate level and experience in research or teaching lab environment (preferred).

This position is based in the department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, a dynamic department, with a friendly and active teaching and research culture. The Department has seen considerable success in all aspects of academia, and we are ambitious to continue this upward trajectory. We receive consistently high feedback on UG and PGT teaching quality and we are ranked in the UK top 5 for Civil Engineering (The Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide, Our department has a diverse range of high standard teaching programs ranging from full time degree programs, to distance learning such as our Graduate Apprenticeship.

You will have the ability to use your expertise in geotechnical engineering to deliver high quality teaching in this subject. You will have excellent communication skills, an ability to work as part of a team, and have the attributes of an academic mentor. Preferably, you will have experience in lab based geotechnical projects.

The post is expected to start no earlier than 2 September 2024.

Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to Stella Pytharouli, Reader

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£36,024 to £44,263 per annum



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